http://www.sheknows.com/authors/katherine-martinelli/articles Wed, 15 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/949051/the-power-of-kumquats-plus-a-quinoa-and-kumquat-salad-recipe This miniature citrus fruit can be eaten skin and all and is packed with vitamins A and C as well as potassium. They are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in savory and sweet dishes alike as well as cocktails. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/949051/the-power-of-kumquats-plus-a-quinoa-and-kumquat-salad-recipe Katherine Martinelli Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:10:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948777/romantic-chocolate-pots-de-creme-recipe This Valentine’s Day, show someone you care with this elegant spiced pots de crème recipe with whipped cream. They’re made ahead so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time having a romantic dinner. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948777/romantic-chocolate-pots-de-creme-recipe Katherine Martinelli Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:24:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948763/steamed-mussels-in-pastis-recipe A known aphrodisiac, mussels steamed in aromatic Pastis make for the ultimate Valentine’s Day dish. Aphrodite herself would approve. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948763/steamed-mussels-in-pastis-recipe Katherine Martinelli Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948271/three-romantic-chocolate-recipes-for-valentines-day Chocolate ganache truffles, chocolate covered strawberries and chocolate-raspberry brownies are all you’ll need this Valentine’s Day to set the mood. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948271/three-romantic-chocolate-recipes-for-valentines-day Katherine Martinelli Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:35:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948123/buffalo-chicken-dip-recipe Buffalo chicken wings are a game day favorite and with good reason. Get all the great flavor without the mess with this loaded buffalo chicken dip recipe, perfect for your Super Bowl party. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/948123/buffalo-chicken-dip-recipe Katherine Martinelli Mon, 06 Feb 2012 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947667/how-to-make-the-perfect-risotto-with-recipe With a few simple tips, you can make authentic, perfectly cooked risotto at home. This saffron and butternut squash risotto recipe – a modern take on traditional risotto Milanese – will keep you coming back for more. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947667/how-to-make-the-perfect-risotto-with-recipe Katherine Martinelli Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947583/chinese-take-out-at-home-chicken-and-broccoli-recipe Eating out and ordering in adds up, taking dollars from your budget and adding inches to your waist. Instead, try making Chinese chicken and broccoli with brown sauce at home in about the time it takes to order delivery. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/947583/chinese-take-out-at-home-chicken-and-broccoli-recipe Katherine Martinelli Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:17:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945961/burger-king-gives-fast-food-delivery-a-go If you thought fast food couldn’t get any more convenient, think again. Burger King has just announced plans to test out a delivery option that will bring burgers and more directly to your doorstep. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945961/burger-king-gives-fast-food-delivery-a-go Katherine Martinelli Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:55:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945771/three-healthier-dip-recipes-for-superbowl-sunday This Super Bowl Sunday, ditch the fatty fried foods and multi-layer dips in favor of healthier, more interesting Middle Eastern-inspired dips. Eggplant-based baba ghanouj, authentic hummus and simple tahini dip will be welcome additions to the table and are great with chips or -- even healthier -- veggies. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945771/three-healthier-dip-recipes-for-superbowl-sunday Katherine Martinelli Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:03:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945715/super-bowl-sunday-turkey-chili-recipe Hearty and even better the next day, chili is the perfect thing to serve at your Super Bowl party. Try this healthier version with lean ground turkey breast that gets layers of flavor from dark beer, cinnamon and other spices simmered together for just 20 minutes. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/945715/super-bowl-sunday-turkey-chili-recipe Katherine Martinelli Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:03:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852993/a-guacamole-recipe-for-the-super-bowl Full of good fats and vitamins, avocados are a healthy -- and delicious -- addition to your diet. What better way to enjoy them than in a tangy, creamy guacamole? This guacamole recipe comes together quickly and is sure to be a crowd pleaser at your Super Bowl party. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852993/a-guacamole-recipe-for-the-super-bowl Katherine Martinelli Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:15:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852387/truffles-the-most-valuable-fungus-on-the-planet You may have noticed that anything containing truffles - or even truffle oil - on restaurant menus costs significantly more than their truffle-free counterparts. That’s because truffles are the most expensive food in the world. A single one can go for thousands of dollars, with the current record at $330,000 paid for an Italian white truffle purchased in 2007. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/852387/truffles-the-most-valuable-fungus-on-the-planet Katherine Martinelli Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:50:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850747/black-eyed-pea-chili-recipe Although cooking with dried black-eyed peas may seem labor intensive, it simply requires a bit of forethought. Besides having a better texture, dried black-eyed peas are also less expensive and lower in sodium than their canned counterparts. Try using them to make chili for a unique and delicious twist on the usual. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850747/black-eyed-pea-chili-recipe Katherine Martinelli Thu, 22 Dec 2011 07:51:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850679/a-traditional-christmas-punch-recipe-mexican-ponche The holiday season is in full swing and that means parties, potlucks and family gatherings to host and to attend. When it comes to beverages for stress-free entertaining, nothing beats a large punch that can be mixed up ahead of time to serve a crowd. This year, consider trying a recipe for Mexican Ponche Navideño, or Christmas punch. Like many traditional punch recipes, each family has their own Mexican ponche recipe, making it a versatile and highly adaptable recipe. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/850679/a-traditional-christmas-punch-recipe-mexican-ponche Katherine Martinelli